Troubleshooting; Avoiding Problems - 3M TC Owner's Manual

3M ™ Hot Melt Applicator TC/TC-Q — Next Generation Owner's Manual
Tool Set-up
Do not connect to the main electrical supply at this point!
1. Attach the tool stand.
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2. Load the tool by inserting an adhesive stick into the rear.
3. Operate the trigger to feed the stick forward until resistance
is felt.
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4. Connect to main electrical supply and switch on tool.
5. Wait 6 minutes to warm.
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6. Operate the trigger to extrude adhesive until the stick
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has been drawn into the tool.
7. Insert additional Adhesive sticks into tool as required.
8. Shut-off: Switch off the tool , disconnect from the main
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supply.
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Provided bolt can be used to adjust trigger pull.
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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Check to see that electrical 120Vac service is turned on. Thermal fuse in the thermostat
No heat
may have blown.
Shutdown procedure
Allow the applicator to heat up for at least 30 minutes.
was not observed
If the applicator was left on overnight, the tip may be plugged. This may block adhesive
flow and cause backmelt.
Plugged tip
CAUTION: Do not force adhesive. Clear the tip with a small nail or paper clip.
Extrude the remaining adhesive stick and one new adhesive stick to clear the opening.
Low or no
adhesive flow Remove the clip and feeder from the track of the applicator. Push the existing adhesive
stick into the black sleeve approximately 3/4 in. (19mm) with a new adhesive stick.
Remove the new adhesive stick before it melts and look into the black sleeve. Look for a
thin skin of adhesive around the inside of the black sleeve. Scrape this skin toward the
heat block.
Backmelt
CAUTION: Do not damage the black sleeve. Extrude one adhesive stick to clear
the sleeve.
TO AVOID BACKMELT: Observe the Start-Up and Shut-Down procedures.
Do not force adhesive through the applicator.
Backmelt Refer to preceding paragraph on backmelt.
Dripping*
nozzle
Contaminated
Keep adhesive clean and free of contamination.
adhesive
*Thermal expansion may cause some dripping during start-up. This is normal.
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Provided side inserts can be installed to prevent the tool from laying completely flat.
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3M ™ Hot Melt Applicator TC/TC-Q — Next Generation Owner's Manual
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Avoiding Problems

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• Ensure that tool has reached temperature before operating.
• Do not leave tool switched on for long periods without use.
If tool is not to be used for more than 40 minutes, switch off
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and restart when required.
• Never lay the tool on its side. Always use the tool stand
provided. Never lay the tool on its side, without the optional
side inserts.
• Only use adhesives designed for use with this tool.
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• Never remove a partially used glue stick. This can lead to
irreparable damage.
• Hotmelt glue can be used instead of nails, staples, tapes,
and liquid glues. However they should not be used in place
of structural connections when heavy loads are involved.
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• Do not use hotmelt glue for objects that are exposed to
extreme heat. Some glues that can be used in this tool will
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soften at 140°F (60°C).
Guarantee and Repairs
This tool is guaranteed against faulty workmanship and
materials for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
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Within this warranty period the manufacturers undertake, at
their discretion, to either repair or replace any tool proved to be
defective (proof of purchase will be required for verification).
This guarantee is invalidated if the tool is opened, or modified
in any way, or if adhesive formulations other than those
supplied by the tool's manufacturer are used. Warranty claims
attributable to improper, or careless, use or handling, and to
normal wear, are excluded from this guarantee.
The supplier's and manufacturer's only obligation shall be to
replace such tools that are proved to be defective. Neither
supplier nor manufacturer shall be liable for any injury, loss or
damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use, or the
inability to use, this tool. The user shall determine the suitability
of this product for its intended use, and the user assumes all
risks and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.
The manufacturer reserves the right to improve or modify this
product without prior notice.
For help with fault finding, and for optional parts, please visit
our website: poweradhesives.com.
Industrial Adhesives and Tape Division
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000, USA
1-800-364-3577 or 651-737-6501
www.3M.com
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